Student Nurse Internship Program

Essentia Health

. Provide essential support in routine and technical aspects of nursing care for patients of all ages under direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse .

Posted 11/2/2026part-timeSandstone • Minnesota • United StatesEntry Level💰 $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates essential nursing care skills under supervision, with a focus on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to hands-on clinical experience and adherence to best practices in diverse healthcare settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Current Enrollment In An Accredited Nursing ProgramBasic Cardiac Life Support CertificationCompletion Of Junior Year CourseworkCommitment To 32–40 Hours/WeekInterdisciplinary Collaboration

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Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Industry Keywords

Patient CareRegulatory ComplianceJoint Commission StandardsClinical ExperienceNursing CareAmbulatory CareHospital SettingsSafe EnvironmentBest PracticesInternship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide essential support in routine and technical aspects of nursing care for patients of all ages under direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse
Gain hands-on clinical experience through RN preceptorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and progressive skill development
Work in hospital and ambulatory care settings with individualized placement to explore clinical specialties
Function within an established student scope of practice
Follow facility policies and comply with Joint Commission and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Assist with patient care activities while adhering to best practices and protocols
Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure regulatory compliance
Help maintain a safe and healing environment for patients and families
Work assigned rotating shifts, including days, nights, and weekends

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN)
Completion of junior year coursework of a Bachelor’s Nursing Program OR two semesters of an Associates Nursing Program by summer 2027
Enrollment and active participation in an approved internship co-operative course at an accredited nursing school in the state of employment for the summer semester
Must be able to commit to 32–40 hours/week, up to 400 hours for the entire summer
Students with full/part-time summer class loads must be able to commit to 32 hours every two weeks
Working shifts include days, nights, and weekends
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire; certification must not expire during the internship
Resume required
Cover Letter outlining top 3 units of choice
Unofficial Transcripts required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid internship
Opportunity to continue as a Senior Nurse Intern during following fall and/or spring semesters based on performance and availability
Training
Tuition reimbursement
Educational programs
Flexible scheduling
Generous time off
Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options (general employee benefits; this temporary position is explicitly not eligible for benefits)
401(k) plan with employer contributions (general employee benefits; this temporary position is explicitly not eligible for benefits)